Statement: Supporting those impacted by the escalating conflict in Iran and across the Middle East

We acknowledge these events are deeply upsetting, particularly for members of the RMIT community who have family, friends, and loved ones directly affected.  

As a priority we are reaching out to students and staff who may be impacted and providing them with support as they need it. 

Members of the RMIT community are able to confidentially raise any issues or concerns and can access the support they need via our Safer Community Team. 

Students can contact their College for program advice and support, or access the range of free services and supports listed below.  

Importantly, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has published the following advice regarding the Middle East conflict and updated the smarttraveller website, listing all countries in the Middle East as ‘do not travel’. This means that RMIT travel to the Middle East, including transit through the region, is currently suspended. 

Student services and support 

Students can access a range of RMIT services and support, including: 

• Extensions and special consideration – if circumstances outside your control impact your studies, you can access adjustments to your assessments 
• Student Welfare Advisors – support regarding personal and academic concerns, including financial and accommodation advice, crisis support, guidance with university processes, and referrals to support services outside the University 
• Counselling and Psychological Services – provided by RMIT to currently enrolled students  
• Safer Community – support for those personally experiencing unwanted, uncomfortable or threatening behaviour. This includes threats or hate speech, discrimination, assault, stalking, image-based abuse or family violence  
• Emergency and crisis support – including urgent mental health support 
• Student Connect – for admin and general enquires 
• Support and services – explore the full range of support services available to RMIT students